Maintenance and Store Logistics Manager

Job Title : Maintenance & Store Logistics Manager for Alberts Diamond Jewelers, Schererville, IN

Position Overview

The Maintenance & Store Logistics Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of store maintenance, facilities, both on-site and off-site upkeep, and logistical operations to ensure a clean, compliant, safe, and organized environment. This role requires a strong blend of hands-on technical expertise, leadership skills, and operational management experience to effectively coordinate maintenance activities, vendor services, and inventory flow.

This individual will oversee the Alberts Diamond Jewelry Store Location in Schererville, our off-site storage facility while working with and supporting a maintenance / janitorial staff of 2-3 employees.

Key Responsibilities

Facility Maintenance & Compliance – Oversee routine and preventive maintenance for the Alberts store location and one off-site warehouse facility, equipment, and systems to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety, health, and regulatory requirements.

Cleanliness & Organization – Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organization, and visual presentation across all areas, including sales floors, stockrooms, storage areas, and exterior premises.

Logistics & Inventory Flow – Manage stockroom and back-of-house organization, ensuring efficient inventory storage, product movement, and replenishment processes.

Vendor & Contractor Management – Source, coordinate, and oversee third-party service providers for repairs, maintenance projects, and supply deliveries.

Preventive & Emergency Repairs – Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules; respond promptly to emergency maintenance needs.

Budget & Cost Control – Manage maintenance and logistics budgets, monitor expenses, and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or compliance.

Health, Safety & Regulatory Compliance – Ensure store operations meet OSHA, environmental, fire, and other applicable regulations.

Team Leadership – Train, schedule, and supervise maintenance of 2-3 employees and support staff to ensure optimal performance and adherence to company standards.

Qualifications and Skill Area

• Proven experience in maintenance, facilities management, or store operations logistics (retail or similar environment preferred).
• Strong technical knowledge of building systems, equipment, and maintenance best practices.
• Familiarity with OSHA, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong vendor management and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in basic maintenance tools, equipment, and repair techniques.

Weekend work required

Physical Requirements : Position may include physically strenuous labor, continuous or repetitive movements; climbing ladders or steps; performing other physical tasks as required of the position; required to sit, talk, and hear; frequently required to use hand tools and computer which require repetitive arm, wrist, and hand movement; occasionally required to stand and reach with arms and hands, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend or crawl. The employee must lift and / or move up to 50 pounds in a variety of indoor and outdoor conditions and terrain as well as perform a variety of physical tasks and heavy labor. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Reports To : Store General Manager or Human Resources Manager (The frequency of this should change with qualified hire)

Disclaimer : The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of an employee assigned to this job